Kaunas Old Town

The tour starts from your centrally located hotel or other designated pick-up point in Kaunas, where you will begin with an introduction to the city’s cultural and historical highlights. Before heading out, your guide will share insights into Kaunas’ unique role as Lithuania’s temporary capital and its distinctive interwar modernist architecture. You will pass by the Old Town, admire the graceful Town Hall Square, and enjoy views toward the iconic Kaunas Castle area. This short yet meaningful overview paints a vivid picture of the city’s heritage and creative spirit. With a sense of Kaunas’ identity, you will then depart toward Rumšiškės for the day’s deeper cultural exploration.

RumsiskiU Entografinis Muziejus

Upon arriving at the Rumšiškės Open-Air Museum, you will step into one of the largest ethnographic museums in Europe, where Lithuania’s rural past is preserved in authentic detail. The museum showcases traditional architecture from all four ethnographic regions, including wooden farmsteads, ancient household items, barns, mills, and beautifully decorated interiors. As you walk through reconstructed villages, your guide will explain how everyday life, customs, and celebrations shaped Lithuanian culture across centuries. The open landscapes and quiet paths create a peaceful journey through time. This immersive experience gives you a deep appreciation of Lithuania’s folk traditions and rural heritage.